VERO BEACH - Everyone is invited to celebrate World Habitat Day with the Indian River Habitat for Humanity Home Center ReStore Oct. 1-15 with special discounts and new, convenient hours.

Now open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., the ReStore makes shopping and donating convenient. It is important to remember that all proceeds from the ReStore help Habitat provide more homes for families in need right here in Indian River County.

The United Nations General Assembly declared the first Monday in October to be World Habitat Day, "a day of grassroots action to advocate for universal, decent housing." Habitat affiliates worldwide hold events throughout the month of October to remind people of the basic need for adequate shelter in a world where it is lacking for so many and to inspire action to address that need.

An estimated 3 million people in the United States are homeless, one-third of whom are children. Habitat believes that helping families acquire a simple, decent home is key to breaking this cycle of poverty and generational homelessness.

Between Oct. 1 and 15, the ReStore offers World Habitat Day tee-shirts for $10 and sturdy tote bags for $5. You can also purchase a pledge sticker for $3, write your name on it and show everyone you care. The stickers will be prominently displayed in the ReStore. The popular Silent Auction returns Oct. 17-Nov. 7.

The Home Center ReStore always welcomes donations of furniture, appliances, home décor, building materials and electronics. Pick-up is available by appointment. The ReStore is located at 4580 N. U.S 1, east side, just past the 45th Street intersection. Visit the ReStore Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m.- 6 p.m., closed Sunday. For info: 772-562-9860 X215 or 772-257-0222.

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